A throwback of Lata Mangeshkar. (Image courtesy: tamannaahspeaks)
Highlights
- Lata Mangeshkar died on Sunday
- She died at the age of 92
- She was hospitalised for almost a month
United by grief, film stars across India, paid tribute to the legendary Lata Mangeshkar, who died at the age of 92 in a Mumbai hospital on Sunday morning. She was admitted to the hospital on January 8 after she tested COVID-positive. Superstar Mahesh Babu tweeted, "Deeply saddened by Lata Mangeshkar ji's demise. A voice that defined Indian music for generations... Her legacy is truly unparalleled. Heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones and all her admirers. Rest in peace Lata ji. There will never be another."
"It's a sad day. End of an era as the Nightingale of India Lata Mangeshkar ji is no more. She will continue to live in the hearts of people through her songs forever. My deepest condolences to the near and dear. May her great soul rest in peace," read Allu Arjun's post.
"Nightingale of India, one of the greatest legends Lata Didi is no more. The vacuum due to this colossal loss can never be filled. She lived an extraordinary life. Her music lives on and will continue to cast a spell until Music is there! Rest in Peace," tweeted veteran actor Chiranjeevi.
Jr NTR remembered the legendary singer with these words: "Deeply saddened by the passing of Lata Ji. A truly irreparable loss for the nation indeed. The Queen of Melody will continue to reign in our hearts and minds and inspire a generation of singers."
Keerthy Suresh wrote: "Heartbroken and at a loss of words to hear about India's Nightingale, Lata ji's demise. Indian cinema has lost one of it's gems... but she will live on through her music for ever. My heartfelt condolences to the family."
Actor Nani shared a heartbroken emoji and wrote: "Lata Mangeshkar ji."
"We lost a legend today. Truly an end of an era. May her soul rest in peace and glory Lata Mangeshkar," wrote Tamanaah.
Baahubali director SS Rajamouli paid tribute to the singer with these words: "Lata Ji's passing away is a huge and irreplaceable loss. She will live on in our hearts forever. My heartfelt tribute to the nightingale of India. May her soul rest in peace. Wishing the family strength and comfort in these difficult times.
Actress Pooja Hegde wrote: "Our nightingale has fallen silent. You are no more but your legendary contribution to the music industry will live on. The number of emotions you could make us feel with just a single line. RIP Lata Mangeshkar Ma'am. You will always be in our hearts. Our national treasure."
Lata Mangeshkar, known as the 'Nightingale of India,' had sung in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali and other regional languages. She was honoured with the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke Award as well as several National and Filmfare Awards. Lata Mangeshkar's last complete album was for 2004 Bollywood release Veer-Zaara.